If you’re looking for an average smash burger experience that will get you in the mood, try Wanna Smash in Van Nuys.
While looking for a spot to try on National Burger Day, Wanna Smash caught my eye for obvious reasons. A burger joint themed on sexual innuendos seemed promising, but it’s important to check if the food lives up to the branding. After all, it’s not about how big your burger is, it’s how it tastes.
Location: This place is tiny. While you’re not gonna have a ton of space as a business on Van Nuys Blvd, I’m not sure why they even offer indoor seating. There are 6 stools crammed into two bench style tables, and if you really did eat with 2 people next to you it wouldn’t be comfortable. There’s some outdoor seating but it’s the same kind of crammed stool/bench seating.
Food: I got The Cowgirl because I felt like I’d been doing all the work recently.
While I think it’s a crime to serve any burger (yes, even a smash burger) without lettuce or tomato already added (the menu offers a $1 up charge for greens and other items), The Cowgirl had quality smashed patties, perfectly crisped bacon, and huge onion rings. The home made BBQ sauce was delicious, but this thing was drenched in it. It could use less. The bun was soft and fluffy, and helped keep everything together. Solid presentation.
The fries were the best part of this meal. Way more than I thought I’d get, and perfectly seasoned (not buried in chili powder like a lot of these other places like to do.) The soda was standard, but surprisingly they didn’t have ice. I also wish they had a ketchup pump instead of packets, as the paper bag and tray doesn’t really give you space to make your own pile of ketchup.
Vibe: The branding is hilarious. Every menu item is well themed, and the ingredients somehow match the vibe. It’s insane that this menu includes items like “the happy ending” but also includes a “kids cheese burger.” I guess it makes sense, since for some reason I saw two toddlers eating at this joint. Doesn’t seem like the target audience, but I guess this place makes parents not only wanna have babies, but bring ‘em along.
The award for most insane menu item name goes to the Oreo flavored Milf-shake, aptly named “snowbunny.”
All in all, this place is worth it for the experience. If you live close I’d say you should grab the food for takeout, but you can probably make do with the limited indoor and outdoor seating if you come from afar. I’ll be back here to show friends, and try some of the other unhinged menu items.
Would lightly recommend.
Velia Ro
Good quickie burger fries delicious
Alejandro
Watching DoKnow, T rell and AD and there reviewing this place. All looks fire. Going to drive there from Phx now
Brittney Reese
Went here today for the first time & got the Hot and Heavy. It was so good, The burger was super flavorful and the bun soft. Definitely recommend!
Daniel Goodman
I dare you to find a better burger… This spot is amazing! Been coming here a for a while now! Alex holds it down back there! Patties are perfect crisp on the outside and juicy inside. Real fresh ingredients, and the beef is VERY high quality. They’re not hiding behind sauce, but the sauce is delicious too!
I work a few mins away (4 min walk) and I couldn’t even wait to get back! Had to devour it immediately. The price is absolutely worth the quality and love that goes into these burgers.
Takyla Young
The best burgers ever I’ll rate them a 10/10
Peter Thomson
Really delicious burger here, sauce is great and bacon crispy.. So good
Joshua Lopez
Cool spot I really think people from everywhere should come check it out
Jonah Lopez
To be honest, I'm not one to like smashed burgers, but trying this place for the first time was very impressive, hands down. I will say to those of you who don't like pickles or lots of spread this place isn't for you, but it doesn't mean u can't try the amazing fries they have. Either way, I can say I will return and try more items on the menu. Great customer service and clean location, a bit small, but there is also outside seating. Can't wait to return.
Eric Bryan Seuthe II
Unfortunately the website did not allow for preorder and clarified if they were open, but the food was awesome.
Absolutely delicious ! I had their impossible patty with fries and enjoyed every bite.
iridis alpha
Delivery. Dude couldn't follow instructions. Food exquisite. About the best burger I've had since leaving Chicago. Expensive but IMO worth it. Dynamite
Gabriel Otiniano
The restaurant is super welcoming and relaxing to chill with friends. Then the food came. In the top 5 best burgers in Cali, no debate.
usmc “Ar_2486” 321
Drove all the way over here during their normal business hours and it was closed. No signage or anything. No answer to their number. Maybe they went belly-up?
Maxfield Stewart
Fantastic smash burger if you're a fan of onions pickle and mustard. Easy walk from the courthouse.
If you’re looking for an average smash burger experience that will get you in the mood, try Wanna Smash in Van Nuys.
While looking for a spot to try on National Burger Day, Wanna Smash caught my eye for obvious reasons. A burger joint themed on sexual innuendos seemed promising, but it’s important to check if the food lives up to the branding. After all, it’s not about how big your burger is, it’s how it tastes.
Location: This place is tiny. While you’re not gonna have a ton of space as a business on Van Nuys Blvd, I’m not sure why they even offer indoor seating. There are 6 stools crammed into two bench style tables, and if you really did eat with 2 people next to you it wouldn’t be comfortable. There’s some outdoor seating but it’s the same kind of crammed stool/bench seating.
Food: I got The Cowgirl because I felt like I’d been doing all the work recently.
While I think it’s a crime to serve any burger (yes, even a smash burger) without lettuce or tomato already added (the menu offers a $1 up charge for greens and other items), The Cowgirl had quality smashed patties, perfectly crisped bacon, and huge onion rings. The home made BBQ sauce was delicious, but this thing was drenched in it. It could use less. The bun was soft and fluffy, and helped keep everything together. Solid presentation.
The fries were the best part of this meal. Way more than I thought I’d get, and perfectly seasoned (not buried in chili powder like a lot of these other places like to do.) The soda was standard, but surprisingly they didn’t have ice. I also wish they had a ketchup pump instead of packets, as the paper bag and tray doesn’t really give you space to make your own pile of ketchup.
Vibe: The branding is hilarious. Every menu item is well themed, and the ingredients somehow match the vibe. It’s insane that this menu includes items like “the happy ending” but also includes a “kids cheese burger.” I guess it makes sense, since for some reason I saw two toddlers eating at this joint. Doesn’t seem like the target audience, but I guess this place makes parents not only wanna have babies, but bring ‘em along.
The award for most insane menu item name goes to the Oreo flavored Milf-shake, aptly named “snowbunny.”
All in all, this place is worth it for the experience. If you live close I’d say you should grab the food for takeout, but you can probably make do with the limited indoor and outdoor seating if you come from afar. I’ll be back here to show friends, and try some of the other unhinged menu items.
Would lightly recommend.
Good quickie burger fries delicious
Watching DoKnow, T rell and AD and there reviewing this place. All looks fire. Going to drive there from Phx now
Went here today for the first time & got the Hot and Heavy. It was so good, The burger was super flavorful and the bun soft. Definitely recommend!
I dare you to find a better burger… This spot is amazing! Been coming here a for a while now! Alex holds it down back there! Patties are perfect crisp on the outside and juicy inside. Real fresh ingredients, and the beef is VERY high quality. They’re not hiding behind sauce, but the sauce is delicious too!
I work a few mins away (4 min walk) and I couldn’t even wait to get back! Had to devour it immediately. The price is absolutely worth the quality and love that goes into these burgers.
The best burgers ever I’ll rate them a 10/10
Really delicious burger here, sauce is great and bacon crispy.. So good
Cool spot I really think people from everywhere should come check it out
To be honest, I'm not one to like smashed burgers, but trying this place for the first time was very impressive, hands down. I will say to those of you who don't like pickles or lots of spread this place isn't for you, but it doesn't mean u can't try the amazing fries they have. Either way, I can say I will return and try more items on the menu. Great customer service and clean location, a bit small, but there is also outside seating. Can't wait to return.
Unfortunately the website did not allow for preorder and clarified if they were open, but the food was awesome.
Restaurantji Recommends
Absolutely delicious ! I had their impossible patty with fries and enjoyed every bite.
Delivery. Dude couldn't follow instructions.
Food exquisite. About the best burger I've had since leaving Chicago. Expensive but IMO worth it. Dynamite
The restaurant is super welcoming and relaxing to chill with friends. Then the food came. In the top 5 best burgers in Cali, no debate.
Drove all the way over here during their normal business hours and it was closed. No signage or anything. No answer to their number. Maybe they went belly-up?
Fantastic smash burger if you're a fan of onions pickle and mustard. Easy walk from the courthouse.
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